Women And Family In The Quran

Quran Passages

2:25 Give good news to those who believe and do righteous deeds, that they’ll have gardens through which rivers flow. Whenever they are given fruits from there as sustenance, they will say, “This is what we were given before,” they will be given things in resemblance. Therein, they will have purified spouses and dwell there forever.

2:35 We said, “O Adam, dwell, you and your wife, in Paradise, and eat freely from it wherever you wish, but don’t approach this tree, else you become wrongdoers.”

2:49 Recall when We saved you from Pharaoh’s people, who inflicted upon you grievous suffering, slaughtering your sons while sparing your women. In that was a severe trial from your Lord.

2:83 We made a covenant with the Children of Israel: “Worship none but Allah, honor your parents, relatives, orphans, and the needy. Speak kindly to people, observe the prayer, and give in charity.” Then you turned away, except for a few among you.

2:102 They followed what the devils attributed during Solomon’s reign. Solomon didn’t disbelieve, but the devils did. They taught people magic, and what was revealed to the two angels, Harut and Marut, in Babylon. They didn’t teach anyone without first cautioning, “We’re a test, so don’t lose faith.” They learned from them how to sow discord between a man and his wife. Yet, they can’t harm anyone without Allah’s permission. They learned what harms them and doesn’t benefit them, knowing well that whoever practices it will have no share in the Hereafter. How terrible is what they sold their souls for—if only they understood.

2:177 Righteousness is not about turning your faces East or West. Righteousness is believing in Allah, the Last Day, the angels, the Scripture, and the Prophets; sharing wealth—despite love for it—with relatives, orphans, the needy, the homeless, those who ask; and freeing enslaved people; performing prayers, giving purifying charity, fulfilling promises when made, and enduring through illness, hardship, and times of strife. These are the truthful, and these are the righteous.

2:178 O you who believe, retribution is prescribed for you in cases of murder: the free for the free, the enslaved for the enslaved, and the female for the female. However, if one is pardoned by his counterpart, grant any reasonable demand and compensate him amicably. This is a leniency and a mercy from your Lord. Whoever transgresses after that will have a severe punishment.

2:187 During the nights of fasting, it is permissible for you to be intimate with your wives. They are a garment for you, and you are a garment for them. Allah knew that you used to deceive yourselves, so He relented towards you and forgave you. Now, approach them and seek what Allah ordained for you. Eat and drink until the white thread of dawn becomes distinguishable from the black thread. Then, complete the fast until nightfall. But don’t approach them while you’re in seclusion at the mosques. These are the limits of Allah, so don’t approach them. Thus Allah makes clear His ordinances to people, so they may become righteous.

2:215 They ask you about what they should spend. Respond, “Whatever you spend should be for parents, relatives, orphans, the poor, and the person on the path. Whatever good you do, Allah is fully aware of it.”

2:220 Concerning this world and the Hereafter. They ask you about orphans. Say, “Acting in their best interests is good. But if you mix with them, consider them your brothers.” Allah knows the corruptor from the reformer. Had Allah willed, He could’ve imposed hardship on you. Allah is Mighty and Wise.

2:221 Don’t marry polytheistic women until they believe. A believing maid is better than a polytheist, even if she appeals to you. Likewise, don’t marry polytheistic men until they believe. A believing servant is better than a polytheist, even if he appeals to you. These invite to the Fire, while Allah invites to Paradise and to forgiveness, by His leave. He makes His verses clear for people, so they may reflect.

2:222 They ask you about menstruation. Respond, “It is harmful; so keep away from women during menstruation, and don’t approach them until they are pure. Once they are pure, approach them as Allah has directed you.” Allah loves those who repent and those who purify themselves.

2:223 Your wives are your culture, so approach your culture as you desire. Prepare for yourselves, fear Allah, and know you will encounter Him. Give good news to the believers.

2:226 Those who vow to abstain from their wives have a waiting period of four months. If they reconcile, then indeed, Allah is Forgiving and Merciful.

2:227 If they are resolved for divorce—Allah is All-Hearing, All-Knowing.

2:228 Divorced women should wait by themselves for three cycles. It’s not permissible for them to hide what Allah has created in their wombs—if they believe in Allah and the Last Day. Their husbands have more right to take them back, if they desire reconciliation. Women have rights similar to their obligations, according to what’s fair, but men have a degree over them. Allah is Mighty and Wise.

2:229 Divorce is twice. Either retain them with kindness or release them in a good manner. It’s not lawful for you to take back what you’ve given them, unless both fear they can’t uphold Allah’s limits. If you fear they can’t uphold Allah’s limits, they are not blamed for reaching a mutual agreement. These are Allah’s boundaries, so don’t overstep them. Those who overstep Allah’s boundaries are the wrongdoers.

2:230 If he divorces her, she’s not lawful for him until she marries a husband other than him. If he divorces her, there is no fault in them for returning, if they think they can maintain the boundaries set by Allah. These are Allah’s limits, which He makes clear for those who know.

2:231 When you divorce women, and they reach their term, either retain them with kindness or part with them with dignity. Don’t retain them to cause harm or to transgress. Whoever does so wrongs his soul. Don’t make a mockery of Allah’s revelations, and remember Allah’s favor upon you, and the Scripture and wisdom He revealed to instruct you. Be conscious of Allah, and know that Allah is aware of everything.

2:232 When you divorce women, and they fulfill their terms, don’t prevent them from remarrying if they agree on reasonable terms. This advice is for those who believe in Allah and the Last Day. This is purer and more honorable for you. Allah knows, while you don’t.

2:233 Mothers should nurse their children for two complete years if they wish to complete the nursing period. The father must provide sustenance and clothing for them in a reasonable manner. No soul should be burdened beyond its capacity. Neither mother nor father should suffer due to their child. The same duty rests upon the heir. If both parents decide to wean by mutual consent and consultation, there is no blame upon them. You are not at fault for hiring wet nurses, provided you pay them fairly. Fear Allah, and know that Allah sees all that you do.

2:234 Those of you who pass away and leave wives, they should wait alone for four months and ten days. Once they have completed their term, you bear no responsibility for their reasonable decisions. Allah is fully aware of what you do.

2:235 You commit no error by announcing your engagement to the women, or keeping it secret. Allah knows that you will eventually propose to them. However, don’t meet them secretly unless you have a legitimate matter to discuss. Don’t finalize the marriage until the writing is fulfilled. Be aware that Allah knows what’s in your hearts, so be cautious of Him, and know that Allah is Most Forgiving, Most Forbearing.

2:236 There is no blame on you for divorcing women before you have touched them or specified a dowry for them. Nevertheless, give them a provision—the wealthy according to his means and the poor according to his—this is a duty upon the virtuous.